SSC CGL Tier-I Answer Key 2026
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially made available the Tier-I Answer Key and candidate response sheets for the Combined Graduate Level Examination 2026. Examinees who took the test between September 30 and October 30, 2026, can access their response papers by logging in with their registration credentials.
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12th Pass / Graduate
Objection Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
General / OBC / EWS | ₹100 |
Category Fee | Exempted for Female & PH candidates |
Age Limit
Vacancy Details & Educational Qualifications
Official allocations across cadres, vacancies, category quota, and prescribed eligibility criteria.
Group
Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group.
Group-B
Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group.
Group-B
Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group.
Group-B
Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group.
Group-B
Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group.
Group-B
Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group.
Group-B
Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group.
Group-B
Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group.
Group-B
Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group.
Group-B
Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group.
Group-B
Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group.
Group-B
Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group.
Group-B
Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group.
Group-B
Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group.
Group-B
Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group.
Group-B
Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group.
Group-B
Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group.
Group-B
Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group.
Group-B
Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group.
Group-B
Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group.
Group-B
Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group.
Group-B
Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group.
Group-B
Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group.
Group-B
Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group.
Group-B
Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group.
Group-B
Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group.
Group-B
Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group.
Group-B
Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group.
Group-B
Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group.
Group-C
Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group.
Group-C
Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group.
Group-C
Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group.
Group-C
Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group.
Group-C
Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group.
Group-C
Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group.
Group-C
Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group.
Group-C
Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group.
Group-C
Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group.
Group-C
Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group.
Group-C
Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group.
Group-C
Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group.
All other Posts
Candidates must have completed their Graduation in any stream from a recognized university will be eligible for the CGL Examination, 2026.
Junior Statistical Officer
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in any stream with at least 60% marks in Mathematics at the 12th standard level, or they should have a Bachelor’s degree with Statistics as one of the subjects. Read Official Notification Before Applying.
| Post / Cadre | Department | Prescribed Qualifications & Eligibility | Vacancies / Pay Level |
|---|---|---|---|
Group | SSC CGL Group Wise | GroupPass / Prescribed Norms Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group. | Post Name |
Group-B | SSC CGL Group Wise | GroupPass / Prescribed Norms Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group. | Assistant Audit Officer Central Cadre |
Group-B | SSC CGL Group Wise | GroupPass / Prescribed Norms Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group. | Assistant Audit Officer State Cadre |
Group-B | SSC CGL Group Wise | GroupPass / Prescribed Norms Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group. | Assistant Accounts Officer State Cadre |
Group-B | SSC CGL Group Wise | GroupPass / Prescribed Norms Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group. | Assistant Section Officer |
Group-B | SSC CGL Group Wise | GroupPass / Prescribed Norms Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group. | Assistant Section Officer |
Group-B | SSC CGL Group Wise | GroupPass / Prescribed Norms Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group. | Assistant Section Officer |
Group-B | SSC CGL Group Wise | GroupPass / Prescribed Norms Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group. | Assistant Section Officer |
Group-B | SSC CGL Group Wise | GroupPass / Prescribed Norms Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group. | Assistant Section Officer |
Group-B | SSC CGL Group Wise | GroupPass / Prescribed Norms Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group. | Assistant Section Officer |
Group-B | SSC CGL Group Wise | GroupPass / Prescribed Norms Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group. | Assistant / Assistant Section Officer |
Group-B | SSC CGL Group Wise | GroupPass / Prescribed Norms Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group. | Inspector of Income Tax |
Group-B | SSC CGL Group Wise | GroupPass / Prescribed Norms Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group. | Inspector, Central Excise |
Group-B | SSC CGL Group Wise | GroupPass / Prescribed Norms Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group. | Inspector Preventive Officer |
Group-B | SSC CGL Group Wise | GroupPass / Prescribed Norms Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group. | Inspector (Examiner) |
Group-B | SSC CGL Group Wise | GroupPass / Prescribed Norms Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group. | Assistant Enforcement Officer |
Group-B | SSC CGL Group Wise | GroupPass / Prescribed Norms Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group. | Sub Inspector |
Group-B | SSC CGL Group Wise | GroupPass / Prescribed Norms Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group. | Inspector Posts |
Group-B | SSC CGL Group Wise | GroupPass / Prescribed Norms Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group. | Inspector |
Group-B | SSC CGL Group Wise | GroupPass / Prescribed Norms Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group. | Assistant / Assistant Section Officer |
Group-B | SSC CGL Group Wise | GroupPass / Prescribed Norms Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group. | Executive Assistant |
Group-B | SSC CGL Group Wise | GroupPass / Prescribed Norms Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group. | Research Assistant |
Group-B | SSC CGL Group Wise | GroupPass / Prescribed Norms Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group. | Divisional Accountant |
Group-B | SSC CGL Group Wise | GroupPass / Prescribed Norms Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group. | Sub Inspector |
Group-B | SSC CGL Group Wise | GroupPass / Prescribed Norms Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group. | Sub-Inspector/ Junior Intelligence Officer |
Group-B | SSC CGL Group Wise | GroupPass / Prescribed Norms Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group. | Junior Statistical Officer |
Group-B | SSC CGL Group Wise | GroupPass / Prescribed Norms Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group. | Statistical Investigator Grade-II |
Group-B | SSC CGL Group Wise | GroupPass / Prescribed Norms Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group. | Office Superintendent |
Group-B | SSC CGL Group Wise | GroupPass / Prescribed Norms Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group. | Section Head |
Group-C | SSC CGL Group Wise | GroupPass / Prescribed Norms Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group. | Auditor |
Group-C | SSC CGL Group Wise | GroupPass / Prescribed Norms Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group. | Auditor |
Group-C | SSC CGL Group Wise | GroupPass / Prescribed Norms Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group. | Auditor |
Group-C | SSC CGL Group Wise | GroupPass / Prescribed Norms Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group. | Accountant |
Group-C | SSC CGL Group Wise | GroupPass / Prescribed Norms Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group. | Accountant |
Group-C | SSC CGL Group Wise | GroupPass / Prescribed Norms Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group. | Accountant/ Junior Accountant |
Group-C | SSC CGL Group Wise | GroupPass / Prescribed Norms Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group. | Postal Assistant/ Sorting Assistant |
Group-C | SSC CGL Group Wise | GroupPass / Prescribed Norms Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group. | Senior Secretariat Assistant/ Upper Division Clerks |
Group-C | SSC CGL Group Wise | GroupPass / Prescribed Norms Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group. | Senior Administrative Assistant |
Group-C | SSC CGL Group Wise | GroupPass / Prescribed Norms Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group. | Tax Assistant |
Group-C | SSC CGL Group Wise | GroupPass / Prescribed Norms Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group. | Tax Assistant |
Group-C | SSC CGL Group Wise | GroupPass / Prescribed Norms Educational qualifications as per notification norms for Group. | Sub-Inspector |
All other Posts | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) | Bachelor's Degree in Relevant Discipline Candidates must have completed their Graduation in any stream from a recognized university will be eligible for the CGL Examination, 2026. | — |
Junior Statistical Officer | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) | 10+2 with Physics & MathematicsMin. 60% marks (Relaxation for Reserved Categories) Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in any stream with at least 60% marks in Mathematics at the 12th standard level, or they should have a Bachelor’s degree with Statistics as one of the subjects. Read Official Notification Before Applying. | — |
| Total across 43 official allocations | Total Vacancies: | 12,256 Posts Posts | |
Mode of Selection / Selection Process
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How to Check Answer Key & Submit Objections
Step-by-step verified candidate procedure for error-free form submission
Visit Official Portal
Visit the official website of the Staff Selection Commission at ssc.gov.in.
Visit Official Portal
Locate and click on the 'Login/Register' portal on the homepage.
Locate Application Link
Enter your assigned Registration Number/Username and Password.
Step 4 Protocol
Complete the security captcha verification and hit the login button.
Visit Official Portal
Navigate to the candidate dashboard and select the SSC Combined Graduate Level Tier-I Examination 2026 section.
Visit Official Portal
Click on the designated Tier-I Answer Key link to display your official response sheet.
Upload Prescribed Documents
Review your answers, estimate your score, and download the document for record-keeping.
Direct Verified Official Links
| Resource Name & Action | Direct Access |
|---|---|
Download Answer Key Notice PDF | |
Download Answer Key & Response Sheet | |
Check Tentative Vacancy Notice | |
Download Official Notification | |
SSC CGL (Combined Graduate Level) Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2026 | |
SSC CGL Comprehensive Blueprint | |
Official Commission Website |
Detailed Notification & Overview
The Staff Selection Commission has released the provisional answer key for the SSC CGL 2026 Tier-I examination on November 4, 2026. Candidates can calculate their tentative scores by comparing their submitted responses with the official correct answers listed in the response sheet. If any discrepancies or incorrect key entries are observed, candidates can submit formal representations online within the stipulated objection window. Following the evaluation of valid challenges submitted by aspirants, the Commission will release the final answer key along with the Tier-I written examination results ahead of the Tier-II examination scheduled for December 2026.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Q2What credentials are required to check the SSC CGL Tier-I Response Sheet?
Q3What is the age criteria for the SSC Combined Graduate Level Exam 2026?
Q4What qualifications are required for the Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) post?
Q5Where can candidates double-check official notices regarding answer keys and score updates?
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